Vangelis Marinakis on Olympiacos vs. Borussia Gladbach: ‘Proud Despite Unjust Elimination’

Olympiacos secured a 2-1 victory against Borussia Gladbach in the second leg of the Europa League’s round of 16, but ultimately faced an unfortunate elimination due to a 3-0 loss in the first match. Following the game, Vangelis Marinakis expressed pride in his team despite their exit. In his post-match statements, Marinakis highlighted Olympiacos’ dominance during the match but criticized refereeing decisions that he believed went against his team, contributing to their elimination. He pointed out several statistics favoring Olympiacos, including nine shots on target compared to Gladbach’s one and eleven corners versus none for the German side. Additionally, he mentioned a missed penalty and injuries sustained by players like Kosntoulas during the first leg, attributing these factors to the unfavorable outcome. Despite the disappointment, Marinakis praised the atmosphere at Karaiskakis Stadium, crediting it with energizing the players. He also commended young talents such as Mouzakitis, who performed admirably under pressure. Looking ahead, Marinakis emphasized Olympiacos’ return to the Champions League, stating that the team has a bright future and will bring exciting European nights both domestically and internationally.